Here Is How To Make A Peach Puff Recipe For BLW

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I know that it’s so nice to have a quick and exciting snack for your kids!

This peach puff snack idea in particular is one of my favourites and one of my son’s favourite’s too!

I had some leftover ready rolled puff pastry, and I decided to make a little peach puff!

When Is My Baby Ready To Start Weaning?

If you're wondering when your baby is ready to start weaning, there are a few key signs to look out for. Typically, babies are ready for solids around six months of age. One important indicator is their ability to sit up and hold their head steady, as this indicates improved control over their muscles and the ability to swallow food properly. Additionally, watch for their increased interest in what you're eating, trying to grab food from your plate, or mimicking chewing motions. Another factor to consider is their diminishing tongue-thrust reflex, where they push food out of their mouths automatically. It's important to remember that every baby is different, so be observant and consult with your health visitor to determine if your little one is truly ready to embark on the exciting journey of weaning.

The Benefits Of Peaches

Peaches are a fantastic addition to a baby-led weaning (BLW) diet, offering numerous benefits for little ones new foods. First and foremost, peaches are rich in essential vitamins like vitamin c, which helps support a healthy immune system. Additionally, these succulent ripe fruit are packed with dietary fibre, aiding digestion and promoting regular bowel movements. The natural sweetness of peaches introduces babies to different flavours, encouraging palate development and potentially reducing the likelihood of picky eating habits later on. As a soft fruit with a pleasing texture, ripe peaches are also easy for babies to hold, explore, and self-feed, promoting fine motor skill development. With all these advantages, incorporating soft peaches into a BLW diet can be a delightful and nutritious choice for your little one.

Why Peaches Are An Excellent First Food?

Peaches are undoubtedly an excellent choice for introducing solid foods to babies following a baby-led weaning (BLW) diet from 6 months of age. These juicy and sweet fruits are not only a delight to the taste buds and a good finger food but also possess numerous beneficial qualities for early eaters, making them a great first food. Firstly, peaches are soft and easy to chew, making them perfect for babies who are just starting to explore textures and self-feed. Additionally, peaches are rich in potassium, which are essential nutrients to support healthy growth and immune function. The natural sugar content in peaches also makes them a great option to picky eaters, encouraging them to embrace a wide array of fruits and vegetables. Lastly, their distinctive aroma and vibrant colour stimulate sensory development, fostering a positive eating experience for infants. Overall, including peaches in the first foods repertoire for a BLW journey provides both nutritional benefits and sensory exploration for little ones.

Are Peaches a Choking Hazard for Babies in BLW Diet?

When it comes to introducing solid foods to babies in the Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) approach, it's essential to prioritise their safety. Peaches, known for their juicy sweetness and vibrant colour, can be a delightful addition to a baby's diet. However, caution must be exercised as they do pose a potential choking hazard. Peaches are classified as a "firm" fruit, meaning they require adequate chewing skills to safely consume. The risk lies in their smooth, slippery texture, which may cause them to slide down a baby's throat before they are properly chewed. To minimise this risk, it's crucial to ensure that the peach slices are appropriately soft and make sure it is a ripe fruit, cut into small, manageable pieces, and closely supervised during mealtime, in a safe eating environment. As with any food, it's always a good choice to consult with your health visitor or healthcare professional before introducing peaches or any potentially problematic food into a baby's BLW diet.

Peach Puree Vs Sliced Peaches

When it comes to introducing solids during baby-led weaning, the debate between peach puree and sliced peach certainly arises. Peach puree offers a smooth and silky texture that is easy for babies to consume, making it an ideal choice for those just starting their weaning journey. The puree provides a concentrated burst of peach flavour and can be easily mixed with other fruits or yogurt to create a variety of flavours. On the other hand, sliced peaches serve as a great option as well. They allow babies to explore different textures and develop their fine motor skills as they grasp and manipulate the slices. The natural sweetness and juiciness of the fruit can be quite appealing to little ones, encouraging self-feeding and independent exploration. Ultimately, the decision between peach puree and sliced peach for baby-led weaning depends on the individual baby's preferences, developmental stage, and parental guidance.

If you haven’t got a few tins of tinned fruit in your cupboard then it is an excellent choice to stock up as they are great to have in if you need to make a quick dessert or snack, Plus they have a long shelf life. Just make sure they are fruit in juice, not in syrup if you are serving to babies.

This is such a great quick baby led weaning snack, they must be tried, it is also a great way to introduce a stone fruit/raw fruits to your baby. The best way to served peaches are this way in my opinion. Tinned peaches are so soft they are perfect for little gums, plus they have the peach skin removed. They can be cut up into bite-sized pieces from approx 8-9 months of age, its best to judge and wait until you think your little one is ready for smaller pieces. Just watch out for any allergic reaction.

These are a must try to make for your little ones first solid meals, they can be frozen too so if you make too many you can easily freeze the rest! See below to see how!

I have another great tinned peach tart recipe if you wanted a Danish-style pastry recipe!

Ingredient

Puff pastry - This is great when bought from the supermarket ready rolled.

Peaches - These are great tinned to have in the cupboard and used whenever you may need!

Melted unsalted butter - You could alternatively use a beaten egg if you prefer.

Freeze dried strawberries - These are optional but I love to use them in my recipes!

Serving suggestion

An easy way to serve the peach puffs is with some Greek yogurt or as they are on their own as a sweet treat snack! You could serve with a little fresh fruit peach puree, which you can store in the freezer in an ice cube tray. This way your little one can have pureed peaches at any time once defrosted. They would be great with an overnight oats pot or chia seed pudding too for dipping. They are great on the go snacks too, and easily packed away in lunch boxes for older children.

Storage instructions

The peach puffs can be stored in airtight containers and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. Or they can be kept at ambient temperature in a cool and dry spot in your kitchen in air lock containers if you prefer. They will keep like this for up to 2 days fresh!

You can freeze the peach puffs in airlock containers or freezer bags for up to 3 months!

To defrost the peach puffs you will need to place in an airtight container or freezer bag and leave in the fridge overnight until fully defrosted.

Equipment used to help with this recipe

The freeze dried strawberries that I use for this recipe are so delicious with no added sugar and I do use them in quite a few of my recipes, which is why I like to purchase a large bag of them, as I find you can only purchase a small amount in the supermarket.

Airtight containers are equally a must for storing the peach puffs. I much prefer the click-shut lids on these containers compared to others. They are also dishwasher and freezer safe and BPA free, so very suitable for food use. 

The baking tray I use is perfect for this recipe - it is non-stick (although I still line with parchment paper) and BPA free, easy to clean and, if you buy more than one, easily stackable and easily stored.

Recipe | Peach Puff

Ingredients

Makes 6 puffs

• 1/4 pack ready rolled puff pastry

• 6 peach slices, tinned in juice

• 10g unsalted butter, melted

• 10g freeze dried strawberries (optional)

Instructions

• Start by pre heating your oven to 180C or 350F degrees. Prepare your baking dish with baking parchment.

• Place your pastry on a flat surface and cut into 3 rectangles.

• Cut the rectangles In half to make 2 triangles.

• Place peaches in the middle of the triangle and roll from one corner to the other until fully rolled.

• Using your fingers or a pastry brush, coat the pastries with butter. Place prepared on baking dish.

• Pop in your pre-heated oven for 20-25 minutes.

• Sprinkle with the freeze dried strawberries when they are still warm, leave to cool and enjoy! They can be enjoyed at room temperature.

Hope you and your family enjoy!

Recipe notes

You could use other fruits if you have them in the fridge or in the cupboard, below are some other fruits that would work with this recipe!

• Strawberries

• Raspberries

• Tinned pears in juice

• Tinned apricot in juice

If you use gluten free pastry this is a great way for the recipe to be gluten free, if you use ‘Just Roll’ pastry this is a great way of making the recipe vegan! Check the packets of pastry if you decide to buy the pastry, as sometimes supermarket brands pastry is vegan friendly too!

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